The Downtown Development Plan is a collaborative communication tool to ensure that Roswell’s downtown grows in a way that enhances the pedestrian scale, cultivates an economically vibrant center and retains the village fabric that is uniquely Roswell.

The heart of Roswell lies in Roswell’s little five points. The DDA has identified this Central Segment redevelopment as the catalyst for future redevelopment and growth within the central business district.

The Southern Segment is a key corridor as it plays a major roll in connecting the two vibrant areas of City Hall and Roswell’s Historic Square. See the vision to enhance this major gateway into the Historic Roswell Square.

The DDA is responsible for encouraging and facilitating the long-term success of Roswell’s central business district, as executed through the Downtown Development Plan and defined in the boundaries set forth by the City of Roswell.

What the Plan is:

A visual direction tool

A visioning tool

A feasibility assessment tool

What the Plan is not:

Not a zoning plan or construction document

Not a plan to be put on the shelf

Does not tell a private property owner what to do

What the Plan can be:

A collaborative communication tool used to ensure Roswell’s downtown grows in a way that

Enhances the pedestrian scale

Cultivates an economically vibrant center

Retains the village fabric that is uniquely Roswell

A Collaborative Effort

A team comprised of the DDA, Roswell’s Transportation Department, Community Development Department, local architects and renowned town planners and local architects with a vested interest in Roswell thoroughly evaluated the current conditions of Roswell’s central business district. Various studies and plans were assimilated, including but not limited to transportation models, economic modeling and topography studies.

The work accomplished here spans design spectrum and combines intimate knowledge of the best practices in town planning. Therefore, with a mission for Roswell to be the premier riverside community connecting strong neighborhoods and the entrepreneurial spirit, the DDA invites you to explore a vision for Roswell’s future.

Where we are Going

Moving with pace and purpose to strengthen the village fabric that is uniquely Roswell;

Dedicating appropriate resources to further efforts and achieve goals;

Maintaining an open dialog for innovative ideas that will strengthen Roswell’s core business district;

Protecting Roswell’s dignity to provide for the needs of future generations.